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Section 2055 (Engine Mechanical - 3.5L): Installation: Engine

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SPECIAL TOOL(S)

G07785260
2,200# Floor Crane, Fold Away
300-OTC1819E
G07785261
Adjustable Grip Arm, 1735A
014-00001 or equivalent
G07785262
Powertrain Lift
300-OTC1585AE
G07785263
Spreader Bar
303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) or equivalent
G07785264
Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool
MATERIAL

Item Specification
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US); Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) XO-5W20-QSP (US); CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada) WSS-M2C945-A

All vehicles 

  1. Align the transaxle to the engine.
  2. Install the 4 transaxle-to-engine bolts and the transaxle-to-engine stud bolt.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    Fig 1: Locating Transaxle-To-Engine Bolts And Transaxle-To-Engine Stud Bolt
    G07785265Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the 2 engine-to-transaxle bolts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    Fig 2: Locating Engine-To-Transaxle Bolts
    G07785266Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Using the Floor Crane and the Spreader Bar, position the engine and transaxle onto the lift table.
    Fig 3: Identifying Floor Crane And Spreader Bar Positioning Engine And Transaxle
    G07785267Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. NOTE: Position a block of wood under the transaxle.
    Fig 4: Installing Powertrain Lift And Adjustable Grip Arms
    G07785268Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the Powertrain Lift and Adjustable Grip Arms.
  7. Install the starter and the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 26 Nm (19 lb-ft).
    Fig 5: Locating Starter Bolts
    G07785269Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Attach the starter wire terminals and install the 2 nuts.
    1. Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
    2. Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
    • Position the starter terminal boot over the starter terminal.
    Fig 6: Identifying Starter Wire Terminals Nuts
    G07785270Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Connect the Transmission Control Module (TCM) electrical connector.
    Fig 7: Locating Transmission Control Module Electrical Connector
    G07785271Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the ground wire and bolt.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
    Fig 8: Locating Bolt And Ground Wire
    G07785272Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Connect the wiring harness fasteners to the transaxle-to-engine stud bolt and the starter.
    Fig 9: Locating Wiring Harness Fasteners From Transaxle-To-Engine Stud Bolt
    G07785273Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Raise the engine and transaxle assembly into the vehicle.
  13. Install the engine mount, the nut and the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten the bolts to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
    • Tighten the nut to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
    Fig 10: Locating Engine Mount Nut And Bolts
    G07785274Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Install the 2 engine mount spacers and the 4 engine mount nuts.
    • Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
    Fig 11: Identifying Engine Mount-To-Engine Nuts Tightening Sequence
    G07785275Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the 2 transaxle support insulator bracket nuts and the bolt.
    • Tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
    Fig 12: Locating Transaxle Support Insulator Bracket Bolt And Nuts
    G07785276Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the transaxle support insulator through bolt and nut.
    • Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
    Fig 13: Locating Transaxle Support Insulator Through Bolt And Nut
    G07785277Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles 

  17. NOTE: A new compression seal must be installed whenever the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) is moved from the vehicle.
    Fig 14: Removing Compression Seal Using Small Screwdriver
    G07785278Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Using a small screwdriver, remove the compression seal and discard.
  19. Using a soft face hammer, install the new compression seal.
    Fig 15: Installing Compression Seal
    G07785279Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  20. Position the PTU in place and install the 5 bolts.
    • Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
    Fig 16: Locating PTU Bolts
    G07785280Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  21. Position the PTU support bracket in place and install the 5 bolts.
    • Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
    Fig 17: Locating Power Transfer Unit Support Bracket Bolts
    G07785281Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  22. NOTE: Do not tighten the 4 catalytic converter nuts at this time.
    Fig 18: Locating RH Catalytic Converter Nuts
    G07785282Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  23. Using a new gasket, install the RH catalytic converter and 4 new nuts.
  24. Install the 2 catalytic converter-to-bracket bolts.
    • Tighten the 4 catalytic converter nuts to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    • Tighten the 2 catalytic converter-to-bracket bolts to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
    Fig 19: Locating RH Catalytic Converter Bracket Bolts
    G07785283Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  25. Connect the RH Catalyst Monitor Sensor (CMS) electrical connector.
    Fig 20: Identifying RH Catalyst Monitor Sensor Electrical Connector
    G07785284Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles 

  26. NOTE: Do not tighten the 2 catalytic converter support bracket bolts at this time.
    Fig 21: Locating RH Catalytic Converter Bracket Bolts
    G07785285Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  27. Install the RH catalytic converter support bracket and the 2 bolts.
  28. Install the 2 catalytic converter support bracket nuts.
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    • Tighten the 2 catalytic converter support bracket bolts to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
    Fig 22: Locating Nuts And RH Catalytic Converter Bracket
    G07785286Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    All vehicles 

  29. NOTE: Align the index marks on the subframe to the index marks on the underbody that were made during removal.
    Fig 23: Identifying Powertrain Lift Under Subframe Assembly
    G07785287Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  30. Using the Powertrain Lift, raise the subframe into the installed position.
  31. NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
    Fig 24: Locating Front Subframe Nut
    G07785288Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  32. Install the 2 front subframe nuts.
    • Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
  33. NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
    Fig 25: Locating Subframe Brackets Bolts
    G07785289Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  34. Position the subframe brackets and install the 4 bolts finger-tight.
  35. NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
    Fig 26: Locating Rear Subframe Nut And Subframe Bracket
    G07785290Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  36. Install the 2 rear subframe nuts.
    • Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
  37. NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
    Fig 27: Locating Subframe Bracket-To-Body Bolts
    G07785291Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  38. Tighten the 4 subframe bracket-to-body bolts to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
  39. NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
    Fig 28: Locating Stabilizer Bar Link Nut
    G07785292Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  40. Install the stabilizer bar links and nuts to the struts.
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  41. NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
    Fig 29: Locating Tie-Rod End Nut And Cotter Pin
    G07785293Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  42. Install the tie-rod ends and nuts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    • Install new cotter pins.
  43. Install the engine roll restrictor-to-subframe through bolt.
    • Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
    Fig 30: Locating Engine Roll Restrictor-To-Subframe Through Bolt
    G07785294Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    AWD vehicles 

  44. Line up the index marks on the rear driveshaft to the index marks on the PTU flange made during removal and install the 4 new bolts.
    • Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
    Fig 31: Locating Driveshaft Bolts
    G07785295Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    All vehicles 

  45. Install 4 new torque converter nuts.
    • Tighten to 36 Nm (27 lb-ft).
    Fig 32: Locating Torque Converter Nuts
    G07785296Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  46. Install the inspection cover and the 2 fasteners.
    Fig 33: Locating Inspection Cover And Fasteners
    G07785297Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  47. Install the 4 oil pan-to-transaxle bolts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    Fig 34: Locating Oil Pan-To-Transaxle Bolts
    G07785298Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  48. Using new gaskets, install the Y-pipe assembly and 6 new nuts.
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    Fig 35: Locating Nuts And Y-Pipe Assembly
    G07785299Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  49. Install a new engine oil filter.
    • Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) and then rotate an additional 180 degrees.
  50. Connect the 2 transmission fluid cooler hoses.
    Fig 36: Locating Transaxle Cooler Hoses
    G07785300Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  51. Connect the power steering cooler tube.
    Fig 37: Locating Power Steering Cooler Tube
    G07785301Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  52. Slide the steering gear-to-dash seal onto the steering gear and engage the 4 retaining clips into the body.
    • From under the vehicle, verify that the seal is properly installed on the steering gear and the retaining clips are fully engaged into the body.
    Fig 38: Locating Clips And Steering Gear-To-Dash Seal
    G07785302Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  53. If equipped, install the underbody shield and the 6 screws.
    Fig 39: Locating Underbody Shield Screws
    G07785303Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  54. Install the LH splash shield and the 6 pin-type retainers (4 shown in illustration).
    Fig 40: Locating Pin-Type Retainers And LH Splash Shield
    G07785304Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  55. Position the LH fender splash shield and install the 4 screws.
    Fig 41: Locating LH Fender Splash Shield Screws
    G07785305Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  56. NOTE: Align the index marks made during removal.
    Fig 42: Locating Steering Intermediate Shaft Bolt
    G07785306Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  57. Install the steering intermediate shaft onto the steering gear and install a new bolt.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  58. Install the steering joint cover and the 2 nuts.
    Fig 43: Locating Nuts And Steering Joint Cover
    G07785307Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  59. Using a new banjo bolt and 2 new seals, install the Power Steering Pressure (PSP) tube onto the steering gear.
    • Tighten to 37 Nm (27 lb-ft).
    Fig 44: Locating PSP Hose Banjo Bolt
    G07785308Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  60. Install the PSP tube bracket and bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 45: Locating Power Steering Pressure Hose Bracket Bolt
    G07785309Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  61. Connect the PCM electrical connectors and pin-type retainers.
    Fig 46: Locating PCM Electrical Connectors And Pin-Type Retainers
    G07785310Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  62. Install the engine mount brace and the 3 bolts.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    Fig 47: Identifying Bolts And Engine Mount Brace
    G07785311Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  63. Install the ground wire and the bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 48: Locating Bolt And Ground Wire On Engine Mount Brace
    G07785312Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  64. Connect the fuel supply tube from the fuel rail. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
    Fig 49: Locating Fuel Supply Tube
    G07785313Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  65. Attach the power steering reservoir onto the cowl.
    Fig 50: Locating Power Steering Reservoir
    G07785314Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  66. Connect the hose to the power steering reservoir.
    Fig 51: Locating Pin-Type Retainer At Engine Mount Brace
    G07785315Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Attach the pin-type retainer to the engine mount brace.
  67. Install the oil level indicator.
    Fig 52: Identifying Oil Level Indicator
    G07785316Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  68. Attach the 2 wiring harness retainers to the LH valve cover stud bolts.
    Fig 53: Locating Wiring Harness Retainers At LH Valve Cover Stud Bolts
    G07785317Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  69. Connect the 2 engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
    Fig 54: Locating Engine Control Wiring Harness Electrical Connectors
    G07785318Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  70. Attach the 2 wiring harness retainers.
    Fig 55: Locating Wiring Harness Retainers
    G07785319Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  71. Using new O-ring seals, connect the A/C tubes and install the 2 nuts.
    • Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
    Fig 56: Locating A/C Tubes Nuts
    G07785320Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  72. Install the A/C tube bracket bolt.
    • Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
    Fig 57: Locating A/C Tube Bracket Bolt
    G07785321Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  73. Install the 2 A/C tube bracket bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 58: Locating A/C Tube Bracket Bolts
    G07785322Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  74. Using a new O-ring seal, connect the A/C tube to the condenser and install the nut.
    • Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
    Fig 59: Locating A/C Tube Nut
    G07785323Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  75. Attach the coolant tube retainer clips to the A/C tube.
    Fig 60: Locating Coolant Tube Retainer Clips On A/C Tube
    G07785324Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  76. If equipped, attach the engine block heater harness to the radiator support, power steering hose, A/C tube and the engine wiring harness.
  77. Install the ground wire and bolt.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
    Fig 61: Locating Ground Wire And Bolt
    G07785325Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  78. Position the transaxle control cable bracket in place and install the 3 nuts.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
    Fig 62: Locating Transaxle Control Cable Bracket Nuts
    G07785326Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  79. Connect the transaxle control cable to the control lever.
    Fig 63: Locating Transaxle Control Cable At Control Lever
    G07785327Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  80. Connect the upper radiator hose, lower radiator hose and 2 heater hoses to the thermostat housing.
    Fig 64: Locating Upper Radiator Hose, Lower Radiator Hose And Heater Hoses At Thermostat Housing
    G07785328Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  81. Connect the vacuum hose and the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) tube to the upper intake manifold.
    Fig 65: Locating Vacuum Hose And Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Tube
    G07785329Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  82. Install the ground wire and the bolt.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
    Fig 66: Identifying Ground Wire Bolt
    G07785330Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  83. Install the 2 battery cables to the positive battery cable and the 2 nuts.
    • Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
    Fig 67: Locating Nuts, Battery Cables And Positive Battery Cable
    G07785331Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  84. Attach the 2 wiring harness retainers to the transmission mount and the battery tray bracket.
    Fig 68: Locating Wiring Harness Retainers At Transmission Mount And Battery Tray Bracket
    G07785332Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  85. Connect the 2 engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
    Fig 69: Locating Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connectors
    G07785333Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  86. Install the battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING & CABLES -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
  87. Install the engine Air Cleaner (ACL) and the ACL outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 3.5L -- FUSION & MKZ article.
  88. Install the degas bottle. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (EXCEPT HYBRID) article.
  89. Install the LH halfshaft and the intermediate shaft. For additional information, refer to FRONT DRIVE HALFSHAFTS article.
  90. Install the accessory drive belt and the power steering belt. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE - 3.5L -- FUSION & MKZ article.
  91. Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
  92. Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (EXCEPT HYBRID) article.
  93. Fill the power steering system. For additional information, refer to STEERING SYSTEM - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST STEERING (HPAS) article.
  94. Check the transaxle fluid and add fluid if necessary. For additional information, refer to the Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill procedure in AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - AISIN AW21 -- FUSION & MKZ article.
  95. Recharge the A/C system. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION & DIAGNOSTICS -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ (EXCEPT HYBRID) article.
  96. After completing the repairs, use the scan tool to perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure following the on-screen instructions.